Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of the Eau Claire Area business community and has the mission of being the advocate of business.
Lobbying Interests:
Stewardship of public resources, taxes, free enterprise, local control, regulation of business activity, workforce development, housing supply and affordability, education, childcare, DEI, economic development, tourism, transportation and infrastructure, healthcare, energy and the environment
CEO Name:
David Minor
The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of the Eau Claire Area business community and has the mission of being the advocate of business.
Lobbying Interests:
Stewardship of public resources, taxes, free enterprise, local control, regulation of business activity, workforce development, housing supply and affordability, education, childcare, DEI, economic development, tourism, transportation and infrastructure, healthcare, energy and the environment
CEO Name:
David Minor
Contact
SR
Scott Rogers
101 N Farwell St., Suite 101
Eau Claire, WI 54703
715-834-1204
rogers@eauclairechamber.org
http://www.eauclairechamber.org
101 N Farwell St., Suite 101
Eau Claire, WI 54703
715-834-1204
rogers@eauclairechamber.org
http://www.eauclairechamber.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rogers | Exclusive Duties No | Authorized On 2/21/2023 | Withdrawn On N/A |
| John N Jacobson | Exclusive Duties Yes | Authorized On 3/4/2024 | Withdrawn On N/A |
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 2
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/20/2023
First Communication Date
6/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
We oppose the bill as amended to eliminate the local operating levy authority of technical college districts. If this amendment is removed, we would otherwise support this bill and the repeal of the personal property tax.
Supporting Documentation
06202023_103721_062023 EC Chamber CVTC funding.pdf
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date6/20/2023
First Communication Date
6/20/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
We oppose the bill as amended to eliminate the local operating levy authority of technical college districts. If this amendment is removed, we would otherwise support this bill and the repeal of the personal property tax.
Supporting Documentation
06202023_103721_062023 EC Chamber CVTC funding.pdf
Assembly Bill 264
Relating to: residential housing infrastructure revolving loan fund and revolving loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 14
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: residential housing infrastructure revolving loan fund and revolving loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 14
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 265
Relating to: a main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 15
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: a main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 15
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 266
Relating to: judicial review of local governmental decisions related to certain land development, local approval of residential housing development, and amendment of zoning ordinances. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 16
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: judicial review of local governmental decisions related to certain land development, local approval of residential housing development, and amendment of zoning ordinances. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 16
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 267
Relating to: housing rehabilitation loans awarded by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 17
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: housing rehabilitation loans awarded by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 17
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 268
Relating to: commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 18
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 18
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 627
Relating to: various changes to the business development tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 143
2/1/2024
First Communication Date
2/1/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: various changes to the business development tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 143
For
Notification Date2/1/2024
First Communication Date
2/1/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 660
Relating to: creating a tax credit for employer child care programs and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
11/28/2023
First Communication Date
11/28/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
The program created by AB 660 provides the kind of innovation and support that we envision is needed to address the childcare issue.
Supporting Documentation
11282023_114708_EC Chamber AB 660 112823.pdf
Relating to: creating a tax credit for employer child care programs and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date11/28/2023
First Communication Date
11/28/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
The program created by AB 660 provides the kind of innovation and support that we envision is needed to address the childcare issue.
Supporting Documentation
11282023_114708_EC Chamber AB 660 112823.pdf
Assembly Bill 1077
Relating to: transfer from the state building trust fund to the general fund, funding for grants to support hospital emergency department services, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: transfer from the state building trust fund to the general fund, funding for grants to support hospital emergency department services, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 1078
Relating to: funding for hospital emergency department services. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: funding for hospital emergency department services. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 284
Relating to: talent attraction and retention initiatives focusing on active duty military personnel transitioning out of the U.S. armed forces and veterans and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
5/25/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: talent attraction and retention initiatives focusing on active duty military personnel transitioning out of the U.S. armed forces and veterans and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date5/25/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 293
Relating to: residential housing infrastructure revolving loan fund and revolving loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: residential housing infrastructure revolving loan fund and revolving loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 294
Relating to: a main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: a main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 295
Relating to: commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 296
Relating to: judicial review of local governmental decisions related to certain land development, local approval of residential housing development, and amendment of zoning ordinances. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: judicial review of local governmental decisions related to certain land development, local approval of residential housing development, and amendment of zoning ordinances. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 297
Relating to: housing rehabilitation loans awarded by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: housing rehabilitation loans awarded by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date6/13/2023
First Communication Date
6/13/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 585
Relating to: various changes to the business development tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/1/2024
First Communication Date
2/1/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: various changes to the business development tax credit. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/1/2024
First Communication Date
2/1/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 623
Relating to: creating a tax credit for employer child care programs and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/1/2024
First Communication Date
1/31/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Registered at Senate hearing in favor. Sent letter to committee members on 2/1/24.
Supporting Documentation
02012024_040318_EC Chamber SB623 013124.pdf
Relating to: creating a tax credit for employer child care programs and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/1/2024
First Communication Date
1/31/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Registered at Senate hearing in favor. Sent letter to committee members on 2/1/24.
Supporting Documentation
02012024_040318_EC Chamber SB623 013124.pdf
Senate Bill 1014
Relating to: funding for hospital emergency department services. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: funding for hospital emergency department services. (FE)
Bill Text and History
For
Notification Date2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 1015
Relating to: transfer from the state building trust fund to the general fund, funding for grants to support hospital emergency department services, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 97
2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: transfer from the state building trust fund to the general fund, funding for grants to support hospital emergency department services, and making an appropriation. (FE)
Bill Text and History
2023 Wisconsin Act 97
For
Notification Date2/13/2024
First Communication Date
2/9/2024
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-4336 "Urban Towns" proposal
LRB-4336 "Urban Towns" proposal
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/3/2023
First Communication Date
9/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Informational meeting with Sen. Jesse James and Rep. Karen Hurd with City of Altoona and City of Eau Claire representatives. We do not have a position on this potential legislation.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
10/3/2023
First Communication Date
9/22/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Informational meeting with Sen. Jesse James and Rep. Karen Hurd with City of Altoona and City of Eau Claire representatives. We do not have a position on this potential legislation.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Completion funding for the UW-Eau Claire Science and Health Sciences Building
Completion funding for the UW-Eau Claire Science and Health Sciences Building
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
4/19/2023
First Communication Date
4/11/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Testified at the Joint Finance Committee hearing in Eau Claire. Advocating for inclusion of this project in the state capital budget.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
4/19/2023
First Communication Date
4/11/2023
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Comments
Testified at the Joint Finance Committee hearing in Eau Claire. Advocating for inclusion of this project in the state capital budget.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2023 January - June $775.00 |
2023 July - December $62.00 |
2024 January - June $13,525.00 |
Total $14,362.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2023 January - June 16.00 |
2023 July - December 4.00 |
2024 January - June 20.50 |
Total 40.50 |
| Total Hours Other | 2023 January - June 9.00 |
2023 July - December 0.00 |
2024 January - June 43.60 |
Total 52.60 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: residential housing infrastructure revolving loan fund and revolving loan program. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: a main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: housing rehabilitation loans awarded by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: residential housing infrastructure revolving loan fund and revolving loan program. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: a main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan fund and loan program. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: housing rehabilitation loans awarded by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 2% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: judicial review of local governmental decisions related to certain land development, local approval of residential housing development, and amendment of zoning ordinances. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 4% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: judicial review of local governmental decisions related to certain land development, local approval of residential housing development, and amendment of zoning ordinances. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 4% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 1% |
Relating to: talent attraction and retention initiatives focusing on active duty military personnel transitioning out of the U.S. armed forces and veterans and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 8% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: eliminating the personal property tax. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 24% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 6% |
Relating to: creating a tax credit for employer child care programs and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 50% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Relating to: various changes to the business development tax credit. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: creating a tax credit for employer child care programs and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: funding for hospital emergency department services. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 5% |
2024 July - December |
Total 3% |
Relating to: transfer from the state building trust fund to the general fund, funding for grants to support hospital emergency department services, and making an appropriation. (FE)
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June 15% |
2024 July - December |
Total 11% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June 44% |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 12% |
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 January - June |
2023 July - December 50% |
2024 January - June |
2024 July - December |
Total 2% |
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
Includes time spent on:
- Gubernatorial nominations
- Matters on which the organization made no lobbying communication